Detective Comics #1040

Detective Comics seems to effortlessly flow from issue to issue without dipping, which tends to be the curse of the superhero on-going. Tamaki's genius timing and the strength of not only Mora but it's stand-in artists really push Detective Comics to the pinnacle of superhero comics goodness. Read Full Review

Tamaki is back with her regular Detective artist making for a better read and visually stunning issue. Read Full Review

Mariko Tamaki's Gotham continues to be one of the scariest places in Gotham, as much for its human monsters as its supernatural ones. It also feels like the most organic version of Batman we've seen in a long time. Read Full Review

Detective Comics #1040 keeps the train chugging along on this run! It's a change of pace issue that wraps up a few ideas while at the same time teasing some new ideas. Amongst it all is a clever story and multiple moments that address Bruce Wayne's character. Read Full Review

Dan Mora has an impressive and beautifully detailed style that is both thrilling with its action and immersive in its human moments. I love the way this story unfolds visually and how the art is expressive, commanding and engaging. Read Full Review

Detective Comics remains at the top of my read pile whenever it comes out. I find the pacing, storytelling, and editorial work all top-notch, at least for this reviewers liking. And the art tandem of Mora and Bogdanovic in this book is hard to beat. Each gets a break, but the quality NEVER suffers. If you havent given Detective Comics a chance recently give it a chance! You may be surprised!! Read Full Review

Detective Comics #1040 was a literary treat, and for us kids who like books with pictures, this one has some beautiful work. I recommend this title to every Batman fan I speak to, and tell them that these are the stories they've been missing out on. I hope you all read this book and jump in on this run. You'll be sorry if you don't. Read Full Review

This is quietly one of DC's best comics and is continuing to reinvent Batman in a way we haven't seen in quite some time. Read Full Review

Detective Comics continues the plot of the previous arc while taking a momentary deviation to spend more focus on Bruce Wayne, while also sadly figuratively and literally burning down the new world it built for him not too long ago. The series artistic trio is reunited to bring another stunningly gorgeous and well-developed issue that firmly showcases how darkly beautiful Gotham can be as well as perfectly capturing the dire mood of this story. Read Full Review

This was a quick read and an enjoyable one. The art is great and it's cool to get Bats back into some old-school gear. And that's really it. Fast, fun, and forgettable (in a good way). Read Full Review

Another very good story from Tamaki. While it didn't push the overall story far along as in other issues, that interaction between Bruce and the drunk with the flashback story was very enjoyable and worth the read. Welcome back, Dan Mora. Read Full Review

A charming story that feels like the calm before the storm with gorgeous art to boot. I have no doubts things are only going to keep getting better. Read Full Review

This isn't a bad issue by any means, but I can't help but think that it's still the art team that truly sells this story, rather than the writing. If it wasn't for Mora's eye for detail and exceptional drawing skills, I'm not sure if a story where barely anything happens would've been worth a purchase. Read Full Review

DoorMan

Aug 08, 2021

I really enjoyed the second story.

cincyfan

Jul 31, 2021

Tamaki's run on detective has been brilliant. I love the depth of the stories each issue flows beautifully into the next and always has me really invested in what is happening. Both stories were wonderful and looked stunning.

Fracadactyl

Jul 27, 2021

You really have to appreciate what the creatives put into effect for Bruce Wayne's ability to avoid detection. Not only does he efficiently plan to clear up misunderstandings but his identity in the secret of the people. He's no Clark Kent but I don't think people want to believe that Bruce is Batman. It shows just how much influence Batman as an icon really has. Pretty sad way for Man-Bat to go out. I read his story and really fell for the character there. He tried so hard to be better and was in a state of vulnerability that would've forced him back into old habits. Makes me wonder what's going to happen to Francine.

Psycamorean

Jul 27, 2021

This was better than the last issue. The backup by Dan Watters was great.

Comics Code Authorities

Aug 11, 2021

A better aftermath than the conclusion. This is the umpteenth time Bruce has been accused of murder. Doesn't the police find that odd that he's constantly framed but ALWAYS cleared? Nope. They always think he's guilty. It was nice to see the Batman of my youth in a flashback sequence again. Hard to believe there was a time he wore a blue cape and cowl. The destroying of the townhouse is no big loss. But this shows Mr. Worth doesn't even care if Bruce is guilty or not. He just wants someone to blame. The sooner he's locked away in Arkham the better off Gotham will be. As for the Man-Bat story I highly doubt this is going to be the end of him for long. When a character is killed in a comic all it is these days is just "their turn." All we do then is wait for their resurrection. It's a constant cycle that's grown tiring over the years. No comic death surprises me anymore, nor do any resurrections. So let's just get on with it so Alfred can come back already. more

Merlyn

Jul 27, 2021

I like that Penguin is back as a major threat, DC has forgotten about him.

TSMack

Jul 31, 2021

The good news is that Dan Mora is back on the artwork. Mandy, ur Tamaki, delivers a decent script. Bruce is cleared of Sarah Worth's death thanks to Oracle's help. I don't remember what Bruce's alibi was since Tamaki doesn't mention it. Penguin has decided to go back to being a pain in the ass. Bruce's townhouse is set on fire with no regard to the lives of the other residents. Of course, in the world of Gotham, there are no consequences for such actions by its bad actors. Worth is back too soon from his cement shower as his usual growly, irascible self. The backup story regarding Man-Bat is the best that has been presented to date in this title.

WhistleBlower

Jul 28, 2021

Killing off Man-Bat and screwing over Justice League Dark for a bland zombie book is stupid.

RKS

Aug 01, 2021

Ugh...Mariko Tamaki just doesn't get Batman or Bruce Wayne.